Famous Birthdays
- Adrian Boult, British conductor (BBC Symphony Orchestra, 1930-50; London Philharmonic, 1950-59), born in Chester, England (d. 1983)
Famous Deaths
- Harry Jupp, English cricketer (scored 63 on Test debut for England in 1877), dies at 47
Died in 1889 1889 Highlights
About April 8, 1889
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 135 years and 12 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Lost Generation
Star Sign: Aries
